Shutter Art, Barcelona

Posted on 10/09/2015

One characteristic that Barcelona shares with some South American cities is an abundance of street art. However, here the term needs to be more precise – ‘shutter art’ is more accurate. When the shops and bars close, the narrow streets fill with colour. It’s a rule, not an exception, in the barrio of Gracia where we are staying. Today, as I walked the streets, I looked for unadorned shutters – and found only two. Yet the brickwork, without exception, is untouched by spray paint. The occasional doorway also provide a canvas.

Hey Mr. Paul. I’m a huge fan of your motorcycle adventures in South America and I’m living here in Barcelona, close to Gràcia. I would love to take a coffee with you guys, if you have the right timing.

Hi Jonathan. We are leaving Barcelona in 30 minutes!! But maybe we can find a time that works for both when we return in a couple of weeks – it would be great to meet up. We are taking the bike down to Andelucia to explore down there. Hope to see you soon. P